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The Power of Starting Your Day With Intention
Sept. 8, 2025

The Power of Starting Your Day With Intention

In the latest “To Be and Do” podcast, host Philip Amerson delivers a short thoughtful episode that invites listeners into a simple, transformative experiment. With the music of Ken Medema's warm greeting—“Clock strikes ten.…
Celebrating Abundance and Community: Lessons from Seana Murphy
Sept. 5, 2025

Celebrating Abundance and Community: Lessons from Seana Murphy

Celebrating Abundance and Community: Lessons from Seana Murphy Podcast: To Be and DoHost: Philip AmersonGuest: Seana MurphyIn this heartfelt encore episode of the To Be and Do podcast, host Philip Amerson welcomes back Seana Murphy, recen…
Wisdom from Dr. Charlie Nelms on Action, History, and Belonging
Aug. 29, 2025

Wisdom from Dr. Charlie Nelms on Action, History, and Belonging

To Be and Do Podcast: Wisdom from Dr. Charlie Nelms on Action, History, and BelongingOn this episode of the To Be and Do podcast hosted by Philip Amerson, listeners are treated to the wisdom and lived experience of Dr. Charlie Nelms—a li…
Preserving Truth in Modern Times — Reflections from “To Be and Do”
Aug. 25, 2025

Preserving Truth in Modern Times — Reflections from “To Be and Do”

Blog Post: Preserving Truth in Modern Times — Reflections from “To Be and Do”In this bite-sized episode of the To Be and Do podcast, host Philip Amerson welcomes listeners into what he calls a "because moment"—a new seg…
A Journey of Belonging, History, and Hope
Aug. 22, 2025

A Journey of Belonging, History, and Hope

Blog Post: A Journey of Belonging, History, and Hope In the inaugural episode of the "To Be and Do" podcast, host Philip Amerson invite listeners into an engaging conversation with Dr. Charlie Nelms—renowned educator, servant leader…
Building Authentic Belonging
Aug. 15, 2025

Building Authentic Belonging

Blog Post: Building Authentic Belonging When it comes to building real community and fostering genuine belonging, there’s a world of difference between transactional help and true connection. The latest episode of the “To Be a…
Belonging, Surprise, and a Guest’s Posture
Aug. 8, 2025

Belonging, Surprise, and a Guest’s Posture

Belonging, Surprise, and a Guest’s Posture: If you’re looking for a podcast about genuine connection, asset-based community development, and the deep spirituality of everyday encounters, “To Be snd Do” from the Bel…
Civic Bloom is “Helping Communities Flourish”— with Jonathan Massimi
Aug. 1, 2025

Civic Bloom is “Helping Communities Flourish”— with Jonathan Massimi

The "To Be snd Do" podcast, from the Belonging Exchange and hosted by Philip Amerson, kick off a deeply reflective episode featuring Jonathan Massimi—an Anglican priest and director of Civic Bloom. This conversation orbits around themes of c…
Navigating Change, Racism, and Hope at Indiana University (Petition Attached)
July 16, 2025

Navigating Change, Racism, and Hope at Indiana University (Petition Attached)

On this To Be and Do podcast, host Philip Amerson delivers a passionate and deeply informed reflection on troubling developments at Indiana University (IU) and explores the broader significance amidst contemporary American cultural shifts. Drawing…
Conspiring for Wholeness and Justice
July 16, 2025

Conspiring for Wholeness and Justice

To Be and To Do: Conspiring for Wholeness and Justice In this episode of "To Be and Do" from The Belonging Exchange podcast, host Phil Amerson embarks on an insightful exploration of what it means to live holistically as people of faith, pa…
A Reflection on Racism and Change
July 16, 2025

A Reflection on Racism and Change

To Be and Do Podcast:  – A Reflection on Racism and ChangeIn the latest episode of the To Be and Do podcast, host Phil Amerson delivers a thoughtful, honest, and sometimes impassioned reflection on the current state of racism in Ame…
The Chairs upon Which We Sit - A Sermon by Philip Amerson
July 11, 2025

The Chairs upon Which We Sit - A Sermon by Philip Amerson

The Chairs upon Which We Sit(A Sermon Delivered at St. Mark's United Methodist Church, Bloomington Indiana) Fourth Sunday of Pentecost                 &n…
Bearing Witness and Building Bridges in the Holy Land – Insights from “To Be and Do” with John Wagner
July 11, 2025

Bearing Witness and Building Bridges in the Holy Land – Insights from “To Be and Do” with John Wagner

In the latest episode of To Be snd Do, host Phil Amerson welcomed guest John Wagner, whose heartfelt witness from the West Bank and longtime activism provides a crucial perspective on justice, solidarity, and faith-driven action. Their thoughtful co…
Revisiting the Roots and Realities of Faith in Palestine and Israel  with John Wagner from United Methodist for Kairos Response
July 4, 2025

Revisiting the Roots and Realities of Faith in Palestine and Israel  with John Wagner from United Methodist for Kairos Response

To Be snd Do: Revisiting the Roots and Realities of Faith in Palestine and Israel In this thoughtful episode of the To Be and Do podcast, host Phil Amerson sits down with Reverend John Wagner, a pivotal voice in United Methodists for Kairos R…
A Conversation with Inspiration: Jacaiya Gross on To Be and Do
June 26, 2025

A Conversation with Inspiration: Jacaiya Gross on To Be and Do

On the latest episode of “To Be snd Do,” host Phil Amerson sits down with an impressive and determined young woman, Jacaiya Gross, a sophomore at Indiana University. With warmth and curiosity, Phil delves into Jacaiya’s journey…
Celebrating Legacy, Leadership, and Community with Dr. Gloria Howell
June 20, 2025

Celebrating Legacy, Leadership, and Community with Dr. Gloria Howell

Celebrating Legacy, Leadership, and Community: Dr. Gloria Howell on "To Be and Do"In the latest episode of "To Be and Do," we were treated to an inspiring and insightful conversation with Dr. Gloria Howell, the director of the Neal-Marshall Bl…
Finding Belonging and Resilience: Jaciaya Gross on To Be and Do Podcast
June 13, 2025

Finding Belonging and Resilience: Jaciaya Gross on To Be and Do Podcast

Finding Belonging and Resilience: Jaciaya Gross on To Be and Do PodcastIn the latest episode of the To Be and Do podcast, host Phil Amerson sits down with Jaciaya Gross, an inspiring sophomore at Indiana University, to discuss her journey thro…
"Having Nothing, Possessing Everything":  A Conversation with Rev. Michael Mather about Finding Abundant Communities in Unexpected Places
June 11, 2025

"Having Nothing, Possessing Everything": A Conversation with Rev. Michael Mather about Finding Abundant Communities in Unexpected Places

Finding Belonging and Animation in Ministry: Lessons from Mike Mather on “To Be and Do”In the latest bonus episode of the “To Be and Do” podcast, host Philip Amerson invites listeners into a deeply reflective conversati…
The Trifling Picnic Update: The Importance of Gathering
May 30, 2025

The Trifling Picnic Update: The Importance of Gathering

Blog Post: In the latest episode of the “To Be and Do” podcast, host Phil Amerson takes us on a heartfelt journey about community, connection, and the simple yet profound joys of gathering. Drawing from years of tradition, Phi…
Lessons in Community, Love, and Imagination with Seana Murphy
May 22, 2025

Lessons in Community, Love, and Imagination with Seana Murphy

To Be and Do: Lessons in Community, Love, and Imagination with Seana MurphyOn the latest episode of To Be and Do, host Phil Amerson warmly welcomes Seana Murphy for a profound conversation about love, abundance, and resilience in community lif…
Finding Abundance and Belonging: Key Lessons from Seana Murphy on “To Be and Do"
May 16, 2025

Finding Abundance and Belonging: Key Lessons from Seana Murphy on “To Be and Do"

On the latest episode of “To Be and Do,” host Phil Amerson welcomes Seana Murphy—a proud parent, community leader, educator, and one of his “many teachers”—for an inspiring and deeply candid conversation. Their …
Sickness Unto Death
May 8, 2025

Sickness Unto Death

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Exploring Humanity Through Poetry with Kenton Hundley
May 1, 2025

Exploring Humanity Through Poetry with Kenton Hundley

In the episode of the To Be and Do podcast titled "Exploring Humanity Through Poetry with Kenton Hundley" host Philip Amerson is joined by the talented poet Kenton Hundley. This episode invites listeners on a journey through heartfelt poetry tha…
Discover the Dream School of the Arts with Kenton Hundley
April 24, 2025

Discover the Dream School of the Arts with Kenton Hundley

In this inspiring episode of the "To Be and Do" podcast, host Philip Amerson engages in a heartfelt dialogue with Kenton Hundley. The conversation takes listeners on a journey from their first meeting in San Diego to Kenton's creative work with …